I've built a new PC and tried to install Windows 11 on an M.2 SSD using a USB drive, but somehow the installation got corrupted. Now, when I try to remove these corrupt Windows files, I'm having no luck at all. I've moved the SSD to another PC hoping to delete the files, but they're stubbornly stuck. I've attempted several solutions so far, including using the Command Prompt as an admin, changing ownership of the folder to "EVERYONE", and even trying to set it to my current user, yet none of these have actually worked. Windows keeps telling me I need permission to delete the file, despite being logged into the correct account. I'm looking for any advice on how to successfully get rid of these corrupt files. Thanks!
4 Answers
Before you go too far, remember to back up any important data if you can! If you can't access the SSD through Windows, using recovery software from a different operating system might open up some options.
One approach you could try is to boot from the Windows installation USB and use the installer to delete all partitions on the SSD. This should wipe away any corrupted files that might be causing the trouble. If that doesn't work, using a tool like diskpart during the installation could help you clean the drive more thoroughly. Another option is using a live Linux distribution to access the SSD and delete the files from there.
If the previous methods haven't worked, it might be worth double-checking your BIOS settings. Sometimes, issues arise from incorrect configurations that can lead to boot loops or other hardware access problems. Making sure everything is properly set up could help resolve the issue.
Have you tried formatting the SSD via Disk Management? Sometimes, creating a new partition instead of trying to delete the existing one can bypass those permission issues and remove the corrupt files.
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